Comprehensive Assessment

Comprehensive Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health Assessments

At WMI Psychiatry, we understand that not everyone's difficulties fit neatly into a single diagnosis. Many individuals experience overlapping symptoms that may relate to ADHD, autism or other mental health conditions. Others simply know that they are struggling but are unsure why.

Our Comprehensive Assessment pathway has been designed for these situations. Rather than focusing on a single condition, we undertake an integrated assessment that considers neurodevelopmental conditions alongside broader mental health difficulties, allowing us to develop a detailed understanding of the individual as a whole.

Appointments are available online throughout the UK and face-to-face at our Manchester clinic.

Whether you are seeking answers for yourself or for your child, our aim is to provide clarity, understanding and practical recommendations tailored to your individual needs.

Who Is This Assessment Suitable For?

This assessment is particularly helpful for individuals whose presentation is complex or where several conditions may be contributing to their difficulties.

You may benefit from a Comprehensive Assessment if:

  • You are unsure whether your symptoms are related to ADHD, autism, mental health difficulties or a combination of these.

  • You have longstanding difficulties that have never been fully explained.

  • You have previously received one diagnosis but feel it does not fully explain your experiences.

  • Several professionals have suggested different possible diagnoses.

  • You would prefer a single integrated assessment rather than completing multiple separate assessment pathways.

Our aim is to understand the whole person and ensure that recommendations are based on your individual presentation rather than a single diagnostic label.

What Does a Comprehensive Assessment Include?

Our assessment considers a wide range of factors, including:

  • ADHD characteristics

  • Autism characteristics

  • Emotional wellbeing

  • Anxiety and mood symptoms

  • Emotional regulation

  • Obsessive-compulsive symptoms

  • Trauma-related symptoms where appropriate

  • Behavioural concerns

  • Developmental history

  • Family history

  • Social, educational and occupational functioning

By considering these areas together, we are able to understand how different conditions may interact and whether more than one diagnosis is appropriate.

Our Comprehensive Assessment Pathway

Our comprehensive assessment pathway is delivered across six appointments. By gathering information over several appointments, reviewing developmental history in detail and considering neurodevelopmental and mental health symptoms together, we are able to develop a thorough understanding of an individual's presentation before reaching any diagnostic conclusions.

This structured approach ensures that sufficient time is available to explore complex presentations, consider overlapping conditions and provide personalised recommendations that reflect the individual's strengths, difficulties and support needs.

Appointment One – Initial Assessment and Developmental History

90 minutes

The first appointment focuses on understanding the reasons for referral and exploring developmental history in detail.

This appointment includes:

  • ADHD screening questionnaires

  • Autism screening questionnaires

  • Detailed developmental history

  • Initial risk assessment

  • Discussion regarding the assessment pathway

  • Overview of diagnosis and treatment options

Appointment Two – Information Gathering

90 minutes

The second appointment builds on the information gathered during the initial assessment and develops a more detailed understanding of the individual's presentation.

This appointment includes:

  • Further review of ADHD screening information

  • Further review of autism screening information

  • Continued exploration of developmental history where required

  • Detailed risk assessment

  • Clarification of current concerns and day-to-day functioning

Appointment Three – Comprehensive Neurodevelopmental Assessment

90 minutes

The third appointment focuses on exploring ADHD and autism characteristics in detail.

This appointment includes:

  • Detailed ADHD history

  • Detailed autism history

  • Exploration of attention, executive functioning and impulsivity

  • Exploration of social communication and social interaction

  • Assessment of sensory experiences

  • Assessment of functional impact across different areas of life

Appointment Four – Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment

90 minutes

The fourth appointment focuses on developing a detailed understanding of emotional wellbeing and identifying any co-existing mental health conditions.

This appointment includes:

  • Detailed mental health assessment

  • Exploration of mood and anxiety symptoms

  • Assessment of emotional regulation

  • Consideration of co-existing psychiatric conditions

  • Review of current functioning at home, school, work or university

Appointment Five – Clinical Observation and Multidisciplinary Review

60 minutes (+ 30 minute team discussion)

This appointment includes a structured autism observation using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) to further inform the assessment process.

Following the appointment, the clinical team undertakes a multidisciplinary discussion to review all available information and consider the assessment findings in detail.

This stage includes:

  • ADOS-2 clinical observation

  • Review of supporting information

  • 30-minute multidisciplinary team discussion

  • Consideration of differential diagnoses

  • Diagnostic formulation

Appointment Six – Feedback and Treatment Planning

60 minutes

The final appointment focuses on discussing the outcome of the assessment and planning the next steps.

This appointment includes:

  • Explanation of assessment findings

  • Discussion regarding diagnosis

  • Review of strengths and areas of difficulty

  • Personalised treatment recommendations

  • Discussion of medication and other treatment options where appropriate

  • Opportunity to ask questions regarding the assessment outcome

What Is Included?

  • Six structured assessment appointments

  • Approximately nine hours of direct clinical contact

  • Detailed developmental history

  • ADHD assessment

  • Autism assessment

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment

  • Clinical observation using the ADOS-2

  • Review of supporting information

  • Consideration of co-existing conditions

  • Multidisciplinary team discussion

  • Diagnostic formulation

  • Feedback appointment

  • Comprehensive written report

  • Personalised treatment recommendations

Assessment Fee

Total Cost: £1,150

  • Delivered across six appointments

  • Paid per appointment rather than as a single upfront fee

  • Comprehensive written report included

  • No hidden assessment fees

What Happens After the Assessment?

Following completion of the assessment, we will discuss the findings in detail and agree the most appropriate next steps.

Depending on the outcome, recommendations may include:

  • ADHD treatment

  • Autism support recommendations

  • Medication where appropriate

  • Psychological therapy

  • Educational recommendations

  • Workplace adjustments

  • Further specialist assessment where indicated

  • Ongoing psychiatric follow-up

Our aim is to ensure that every individual leaves the assessment with a clear understanding of their strengths, difficulties and the most appropriate plan moving forward.

Why Choose WMI Psychiatry?

  • Integrated assessment of neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions

  • Assessments for children, young people and adults

  • Online appointments available throughout the UK

  • Face-to-face appointments available in Manchester

  • Approximately nine hours of direct clinical assessment

  • Structured six appointment pathway

  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees

  • Evidence-based assessment process

  • Personalised recommendations and ongoing support

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Comprehensive Assessment different from an ADHD or autism assessment?

Rather than focusing on a single condition, the Comprehensive Assessment considers ADHD, autism and broader mental health difficulties together. This can be particularly helpful when symptoms overlap or when the underlying cause of difficulties is uncertain.

Do I need to know which diagnosis I have before booking?

No. This pathway is specifically designed for individuals who are unsure which assessment is most appropriate.

Are appointments available online?

Yes. We provide Comprehensive Assessments for patients throughout the UK using secure online consultations.

Do you offer face-to-face appointments?

Yes. Face-to-face appointments are available at our Manchester clinic.

Will I receive a written report?

Yes. A comprehensive written report is included as part of the assessment.

What if more than one diagnosis is identified?

Some individuals meet the criteria for more than one condition. Where appropriate, we will explain how these conditions interact and provide recommendations that take the whole person into account.

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